ELOY — A hairy situation thankfully was resolved after a Toltec couple’s cat was stuck atop an electrical pole.
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MARICOPA — The Maricopa Chamber of Commerce honored key leaders in the business world and Maricopa community at their annual awards gathering over the weekend.
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COOLIDGE — An Arizona Supreme Court audit of the Coolidge Municipal Court, released in February, issued 66 recommendations, some of which related to the mishandling of DUI cases, fines below the mandatory minimum, misreporting to the court’s case management system, and the processing time of…
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EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the second in a series of profiles of candidates for the Eloy City Council.
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ARIZONA CITY — Several organizations in Arizona City contribute to a sense of community where people come together to work toward common goals that benefit one another.
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FLORENCE — An increase in property taxes is pending before the Florence Town Council.
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COOLIDGE — A new Veterans Memorial Park has moved through the planning stages, coming closer to honoring veterans at the local cemetery.
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Football schedules are officially out on the Arizona Interscholastic Association’s website.
COOLIDGE — Coolidge High School will receive a new artificial turf field thanks to a grant secured by the district.
CASA GRANDE — Antonio Hurt has quickly gained knowledge of the Pinal County high school basketball scene.
CASA GRANDE — Two Casa Grande brothers are preparing to compete in the National Junior High School Finals Rodeo next month.
SIGNAL PEAK — Lin Laursen spent 34 years as the Central Arizona College women’s basketball coach, retiring after the 2007-08 season with what was then an NJCAA record total of 971 wins.
WEST MONROE, La. — Grace Kombetto of Central Arizona College took first place in the women’s 800 meters at the NJCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, and the Vaqueras finished seventh in the team standings.
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court sided with Native American tribes Thursday in a dispute with the federal government over the cost of health care when tribes run programs in their own communities.
PHOENIX — Donald Trump returns to the campaign trail Thursday with a trip to Arizona, his first appearance in a battleground state since he was convicted in a hush money scandal.
PHOENIX — The head of the Arizona Republican Party claims there are at least 500,000 people registered to vote in the state who are dead or who have moved.
PHOENIX — Two Democratic lawmakers who yelled and screamed at Republican House members on April 10 after GOP legislators used a procedural maneuver to recess rather than allow a vote to repeal Arizona’s near-total abortion ban are guilty of disorderly conduct, a report issued by the House et…
PHOENIX — Gov. Katie Hobbs acted illegally in naming 13 individuals as deputy directors to run state agencies after the Senate would not confirm her picks, Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Scott Blaney ruled Wednesday.
PHOENIX — A day after lawmakers voted to put a border proposal on Arizona’s Nov. 5 ballot, a Latino advocacy group and a Democratic legislator filed a lawsuit challenging the measure because it contains an alleged constitutional defect.
The NHL team in Utah is down to six finalists for a name.
Retired NASCAR driver Tighe Scott, his adult son and two other Pennsylvania men are facing felony charges stemming from confrontations with police during the Jan. 6, 2021, siege on the U.S. Capitol.
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma needs just one more win to make softball history.
PHOENIX — Wilmer Flores’ grand slam highlighted a six-run outburst in the third inning and the San Francisco Giants snapped a six-game losing streak with a 9-3 win over the Arizona Diamondback…
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FLORENCE — Filiberto’s owners, along with family, friends and other well-wishers, broke ground on the popular Mexican restaurant’s 138th location last Thursday at 532 S. Pinal Parkway.
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MARICOPA — The start of summer means no school, replaced with water fights and outside activities — but who said the fun has to be reserved for the kids? Jay Evermore and her team at Active AF are throwing it back with a classic field day aimed toward adults.
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For many families, summer is a time for road trips.
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MARICOPA — “Wheel of Fortune Live,” a live theatrical experience, will be coming to The Events Center at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino.
LIVONIA, Mich. — A toddler was killed and his mother was injured when a tornado struck suburban Detroit without warning, while five people were injured when a tornado in Maryland collapsed structures and trapped people inside.
World War II veterans are joining heads of state and others Thursday on the beaches of Normandy to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
DULZURA, Calif. — Abigail Castillo was about to cross the U.S. border illegally when she heard President Joe Biden was halting asylum. She continued anyway, walking hours through the mountains east of San Diego with her toddler son, hoping it wasn't too late.
In Michigan's Upper Peninsula, two Republican members of a county canvassing board last month refused to sign off on the results of an election that led to the recall of three GOP members of the county commission. They did so only after state officials warned them it was their legal duty to …
UTAH BEACH, France — As the sun sets on the D-Day generation, it will rise again Thursday over the Normandy beaches where the waves long ago washed away the blood and boot-steps of its soldiers, but where their exploits that helped end Adolf Hitler's tyranny are being remembered by the next …
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — President Vladimir Putin warned Wednesday that Russia could provide long-range weapons to others to strike Western targets in response to NATO allies allowing Ukraine to use their arms to attack Russian territory.
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MILWAUKEE — The head of the U.S. Secret Service said Thursday that security plans for the Republican National Convention are still being determined as protesters blasted restrictions they claimed will violate free speech with just weeks until the event.
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WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court sided with Native American tribes Thursday in a dispute with the federal government over the cost of health care when tribes run programs in their own communities.
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BRATISLAVA, Slovakia — Slovakia’s populist Prime Minister Robert Fico said Wednesday he believes he was targeted for having a Ukraine position contrary to the European mainstream but bears no malice toward the gunman who seriously wounded him three weeks ago.
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WILMINGTON, Del. — Jurors in Hunter Biden's criminal trial got a look at the .38 caliber Colt revolver he bought back in October 2018. They saw Form 4473, the firearms transaction record at the center of the case. And they're hearing testimony from the former store clerk who watched as the p…
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DULZURA, Calif. — Abigail Castillo was about to cross the U.S. border illegally when she heard President Joe Biden was halting asylum. She continued anyway, walking hours through the mountains east of San Diego with her toddler son, hoping it wasn't too late.
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In Michigan's Upper Peninsula, two Republican members of a county canvassing board last month refused to sign off on the results of an election that led to the recall of three GOP members of the county commission. They did so only after state officials warned them it was their legal duty to …
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HARARE, Zimbabwe — Leaders of the United Methodist Church expressed regret over last week's decision by the branch in Ivory Coast to leave the union following the church's decision to repeal a…
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World War II veterans are joining heads of state and others Thursday on the beaches of Normandy to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — An Israeli strike early Thursday on a school-turned-shelter in central Gaza that the military said was being used as a "Hamas compound" killed at least 30 people, i…
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SOUTH HEBRON HILLS, West Bank — More than a dozen Israeli settlers — as well as two affiliated farms and four groups — have been targeted by international sanctions over accusations of attacks…
HARARE, Zimbabwe — Leaders of the United Methodist Church expressed regret over last week's decision by the branch in Ivory Coast to leave the union following the church's decision to repeal a long-standing ban on LGBTQ+ clergy but pledged to accept it.
From its towering white steeple and red-brick facade to its Sunday services filled with rousing gospel hymns and evangelistic sermons, First Baptist Church of Alexandria, Virginia, bears many of the classic hallmarks of a Southern Baptist church.
When faced with infertility, Amanda and Jeff Walker had a baby through in vitro fertilization but were left with extra embryos — and questions. Tori and Sam Earle “adopted” an embryo frozen 20 years earlier by another couple. Matthew Eppinette and his wife chose to forgo IVF out of ethical c…
CASA GRANDE — It’s been 40 years since the Frito-Lay plant in Casa Grande began operations.
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U.S. antitrust enforcers have decided to investigate the roles Microsoft, Nvidia and OpenAI have played in the artificial intelligence boom, according to people familiar with the pending actions.
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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Boeing’s new capsule arrived at the International Space Station on Thursday, delayed by last-minute thruster trouble that almost derailed the docking for this first test flight with astronauts.
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MILWAUKEE — The head of the U.S. Secret Service said Thursday that security plans for the Republican National Convention are still being determined as protesters blasted restrictions they claimed will violate free speech with just weeks until the event.
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Over 1.2 million rechargeable lights are under recall for fire hazards, following one reported death
NEW YORK — More than 1.2 million rechargeable lights are under recall in the U.S. and Canada following a report of one consumer death.
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At what age should kids be on social media? Should they be on it at all? If they aren't, will they be social pariahs? Should parents monitor their conversations? Do parental controls work?
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WILMINGTON, Del. — Jurors in Hunter Biden's criminal trial got a look at the .38 caliber Colt revolver he bought back in October 2018. They saw Form 4473, the firearms transaction record at the center of the case. And they're hearing testimony from the former store clerk who watched as the p…
CASA GRANDE — The city Fire Department's addition of ambulance service and a new station come as residential and industrial growth continue to boom in town.
Recently Arizona has received its fair share of rain and, in some places, snow. And while the winter precipitation may be good for improving drought conditions, it can also bring some dangers …
Trees and shrubs, especially those that naturally thrive in the desert, can add another layer of beauty to any landscape.
The ancient practice of yoga offers a collection of mental, physical and emotional health benefits, such as stress reduction, improved confidence, greater focus and a greater sense of connecti…
While the first of the year is well behind us, the spring is sometimes the best time to really make the most out of our New Year's resolutions, mostly because the weather is great.
A huge shout-out to Brianna González for submitting this adorable picture snapped at the Casa Grande Street Fair's Car Show in January.
Every year, as winter slowly gives way to spring, the desert landscape in Pinal transforms from sand-colored browns and tans to blankets of purple, yellow, reds and other hues as wildflowers c…
Hoping to bring a canopy of green and longterm beauty to the community, several area groups are working to plant a sea of trees across Pinal County.
The Avocado Nursery's staff take their years of experience and share it with others wanting to create their own backyard paradise and garden as people drive up to the 10-acre plot along Overfi…
Spring is a time for growth, both literally and figuratively.
Arizona is blessed with an abundance of natural resources, one of those being a rich reserve of copper ore. In this article, I’m going to focus on three very different mining projects, all loc…
With scenic state routes and plenty of ground to cover, there's a lot of great reasons to road-trip in and around Pinal County. There are also a host of wonderful destinations to see. Here are…
Since it reopened last year, the Arizona City Community Library at 13254 S. Sunland Gin Road has become popular, especially with retirees and families with young children, Manager Jeff Prock s…
Pinal has plenty of natural beauty, encompassing everything from scenic mountainous horizons to landscapes dotted with the vibrant yellows and purples of wildflowers to vistas filled with the …
Thirty years is a long time to spend with one employer.
Wendy Webb still remembers driving to people's houses or meeting people in the Fry's parking lot to deliver food. The food bank moved into a trailer, then into its current home in the blue bar…
For husband and wife Maria and Ivan Pour, visual and performing arts are a passion and, as teachers, they work to share their art with the next generation.
Amber Liermann joined the Maricopa City Council three years ago and, recently, began her journey as vice mayor.
Although things are changing over at Maricopa City Hall, you may see some familiar faces.
In the eyes of Luis Ascencio, the owner of AZ Quality Plumbing, plumbing isn't just what he does for a living — it's a passion.
Issues like the one you are currently holding in your hands are among my favorite to put together.
Family, community and justice are important to Angel Raymond.
Chloe Armstrong’s days are like any other teenager's: wake up, go to school, participate in the occasional after-school activity, go home, do homework, go to bed and wake up the next day to do…
In describing the Maricopa Fire/Medical Department, one word comes to mind for Chief Brad Pitassi. It is “passionate,” and it’s one thing he wishes more people knew about the department’s staff.
Whether he's installing an air-conditioning unit at a home or organizing a fundraiser for a charitable cause, Robert Felix said his strong sense of community is what drives him.
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- Preparing your home for monsoon season
- Luckily for cooks, gardeners, some herbs come back year after year
- Binge watching Netflix's 'Bridgerton' inspires baking up delicious treats
- Pinal County food inspections for May
- A court ruled embryos are children. These Christian couples agree yet wrestle with IVF choices
- Scientists are testing mRNA vaccines to protect cows and people against bird flu
- Psychedelic drug MDMA faces questions as FDA considers approval for PTSD
- Another Michigan dairy worker has bird flu, third US case this year
- Lab-grown meat isn't on store shelves yet, but some states have already banned it
- Researchers find a tiny organism has the power to reduce a persistent greenhouse gas in farm fields
- Bird flu virus detected in beef from an ill dairy cow, but USDA says meat remains safe
- Farmers in India are weary of politicians' lackluster response to their climate-driven water crisis
- Michigan farmworker diagnosed with bird flu, becoming 2nd US case tied to dairy cows
- Country fans hang up their hats after another successful Country Thunder
- Country Thunder singer had big fans in the crowd: high school teachers
- Songwriter Stage at Country Thunder provides deeper dive into the artistic process
- Onsite barber, salon provide fans and musicians alike with fresh style at Country Thunder
- Some Country Thunder campsites become destinations of their own